The Scottish Fold breed of cats was first discovered in the middle of the 20th century in Scotland, where the farmer Ross was surprised by the unusual lugs of a young born cat and started breeding it further. Later, mention of this breed is found in China, America, Australia.
Description of Scottish Fold
Pussies of medium size with a rounded body and head, short neck, on the muzzle are clearly visible round, bright, expressive eyes. The main distinguishing feature of the breed are, of course, ears. More appreciated ears are small in size, neatly hanging down and leaning forward as low as possible. Less valuable - pryamouhie representatives of the breed. At a birth at kittens ears direct, and at the age of 3-4 weeks they can descend.
The colors of Scottish Fold cats pleasing their diversity: any color variations are allowed. The color of the eyes is necessarily combined with the color of the coat, which is sufficiently thick, elastic, short or long.
Uncomplicated, endurance, affection, sociability are the character traits of Scottish Fold cats. The Scots are calm enough, they will always find a common language with other inhabitants of the house, whether they are children or pets.
Names for Scottish Fold Cats
The question of how to name a Scottish Fold cat, usually disappears when buying a kitten with a pedigree. In this case, your future pet has already been given an official name, chosen from the names of the ancestors, but you can shorten or modify it for home conditions. You can also be in a somewhat cramped environment, if the breeder himself will offer you a choice of several names, the most suitable kitten.
However, in any case, do not limit your imagination. Choose a nickname, based on the nature of the kitten, its habits, appearance. Nothing, if a couple of days he will live with you without an official name. Look closely at the pet and decide who it is for you Fedor, Blondie, Fifa, Sweetie, Stepan or Sheba.
Care, feeding and illness of Scottish Fold
The most difficult will be the care of the ears of the Scottish Fold. Unusual shape allows you to accumulate a lot of sulfur, which will require you to constantly clean the ears of your pet.
As for the care of the coat, it is minimal: combing 1-2 times a week for short-haired and more frequent for long-haired cats to prevent the hair from rolling down.
To feed a Scottish Fold cat is better than the following products:
- lean chicken meat;
- boiled or raw beef;
- by-products;
- dairy products for kittens;
- cottage cheese;
- vegetables.
If you want to feed dry food, then choose more expensive brands with the label Premium. Such foods do not harm the cat's body and provide a balanced diet.
The most common diseases of Scottish Fold cats are associated with a gene that allows ears to be released. Disease of osteochondrodystrophy leads to disability and severe pain. Make sure your pet is protected from this,
Scottish Fold Cats
The mating of a cat is recommended to be carried out not earlier than it will be 1 g, during the second heat. On the second or fourth day of estrus, the cat is taken to the cat nursery. The pregnancy of the Scottish Fold cats lasts about 65-70 days, during this period it becomes calmer, eats less and leads a less mobile lifestyle. According to the intense pink color of the nipples, about three weeks after mating, it is possible to judge the pregnancy of a cat. During childbirth, a Scottish cat entirely trusts the owner and does not hide in secluded places, allowing you to help her.